HUNTING SEASON – SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Please see this story to ensure you are aware of rifle hunting and bow hunting periods on sections of the Avon Trail.
SEASONAL TRAIL CLOSURE ALERTS
ORGANIC LOOP (KM 93.0 – 96.0) & MUSSLEMAN-WOODS (KM 96.9 – 101.5)
November 30 – April 15. No trail walking, Cross-country skiing only.
These sections of the Avon Trail have additional specific limitations related to their use, in addition to the Trail User’s Code. Please respect the landowner’s wishes and abide by the following restrictions:
No dogs, no trail running and no snowshoeing at any time.
November 30 – April 15. No trail walking, Cross-country skiing only.
Outside of the above restricted periods, do not walk when the ground is wet or there are snowy conditions.
HUNTING ALERTS
Deer hunting is permitted at many locations along the Avon Trail between Oct 1 and Dec 31. Hikers are advised to be alert for hunting activity and to wear bright coloured clothing during this time. Widespread gun hunting will occur between Dec 1 and Dec 7, 2025. It is advisable that hikers avoid the trail during this week. The following table shows details of the deer hunting dates for the Wildlife Management Units that are crossed by the Avon Trail.